Near Newlands Cricket Ground, Riversong Guest House offers a tranquil oasis with a rooftop terrace and seasonal outdoor pool. Relax with aromatherapy or Ayurvedic treatments at the onsite spa, Hot tub on Roof, and unwind in the garden or enjoy English breakfast.
14 Esme Road, Newlands, Cape Town, Western Cape, 7700
What's nearby
Newlands Cricket Ground - 8 min walk
Newlands Stadium - 9 min walk
University of Cape Town - 4 min drive
Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens - 10 min drive
Table Mountain - 17 min drive
Getting around
Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) - 18 min drive
Cape Town Station - 15 min drive
Cape Town Bellville Station - 31 min drive
Newlands Station - 6 min walk
Claremont Station - 19 min walk
Rondebosch Station - 25 min walk
Airport shuttle (surcharge)
Area shuttle (surcharge)
Shopping center shuttle (surcharge)
Restaurants
Limnos Bakers - 8 min walk
JC Brasserie - 9 min walk
The Hans and Lloyd Coffee Co - Newlands - 9 min walk
Tiger’s Milk - 9 min walk
Sushi Box - 8 min walk
About this property
Riversong Guest House
Riversong Guest House features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Cape Town International Convention Centre and Long Street. The restaurant is perfect for a bite to eat, and you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge or visit the hot tub for a relaxing end to the day. There's an outdoor pool and a lazy river, and in-room conveniences at this Tuscan guest house include refrigerators and microwaves. Public transportation is close by: Newlands Station is just 6 minutes by foot.
Languages
Afrikaans, English, German
At a glance
Hotel size
8 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
Babysitting*
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Free secured, covered onsite self parking
Onsite parking limited
Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
Free offsite parking within 2 ft
Street parking available
Transfers
Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
Offsite
Area shuttle*
Shopping center shuttle*
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free English breakfast each morning 6 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Private picnics
Free reception (select days)
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Lazy river
Babysitting (surcharge)
What to do
Private winery tours
Shopping
Access to nearby outdoor pool
Bicycle rentals nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Safari nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Skydiving nearby
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Limo or town car service
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Free pool cabanas
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1998
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Library
An outdoor pool
Designer stores on site
Lazy river
Hot tub
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Tuscan architecture
Accessibility
Accessible airport shuttle
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Premium satellite channels
First-run movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down comforter
Blackout drapes/curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Egyptian cotton sheets
Tempur-Pedic mattress
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Separate dining area
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Champagne service
Meal delivery service
Refrigerator
Microwave
Kitchenette
Cookware, dishes, and utensils
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Guidebooks/recommendations
Local maps
Restaurant dining guide
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of ZAR 650 per person (one-way)
Area shuttle and shopping center shuttle service is offered for an extra charge
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of ZAR 150 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Babysitting is available for an extra charge
Cribs/infant beds are available for an extra charge
Parking
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Children under 10 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision
Policies
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
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Frequently asked questions
Is there a pool at Riversong Guest House?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at Riversong Guest House?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Riversong Guest House?
Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.
Is airport shuttle service offered by Riversong Guest House?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is ZAR 650 per person one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Riversong Guest House?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 12:30 AM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of ZAR 150 (subject to availability). Express check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Riversong Guest House?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but GrandWest Casino & Entertainment World (14-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at Riversong Guest House and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes safari tours and ecotours. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the hot tub and an invigorating swim in the outdoor pool. Riversong Guest House also has a lazy river and a garden, as well as access to a nearby outdoor pool.
Are there restaurants at or near Riversong Guest House?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
Does Riversong Guest House have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?
Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator, a microwave, and cookware.
What's the area around Riversong Guest House like?
Riversong Guest House is located by the river in Newlands, a short 6-minute walk from Newlands Station and 8 minutes' walk from Newlands Cricket Ground.
Riversong Guest House Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.8/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 11, 2023
Stayed with the family and the kids loved it. Very friendly staff, great location and very nice and clean room. Breakfast is a treat
Maarten
Maarten, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2023
Totally recommended.
ALLAN DANIEL
ALLAN DANIEL, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 16, 2023
Thoughtful details and bucolic neighborhood
The hotel had everything I could imagine I might need from umbrellas to wine in the room. Very thoughtful details. Charles and the rest of the team were very welcoming. There is a nice living room space on the second floor which looks out at table mountain, the backyard, and the pool. I particularly liked working from there.
Anne
Anne, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 16, 2023
Calm beauty in the middle of the city
Riversong is everything you want in a guesthouse: stylish, clean, excellent staff, accommodating, attention to detail, small touches that make a difference. Located a 5 minute walk from Cavendish Square, Newlands sports ground and across Esme St from Sans Souci Girls High School, it is centrally located while also quiet even in the middle of a bustling work day. Highly recommended!
Larry
Larry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2025
Robert
Robert, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 27, 2025
Andrew
Andrew, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 8, 2024
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 30, 2023
KS
KS, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 2, 2023
Joanne
Joanne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2023
Jess
Jess, 9-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 6, 2023
John
John, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 28, 2023
Eric
Eric, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2021
Terrific
jonathan
jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2019
Verified traveler
5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2019
Chris
Chris, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Feb 1, 2019
Verified traveler
4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 2, 2019
Überaus freundlicher Empfang und Betreuung während aller 12 Tage - sichere Umgebung/ Villenviertel - nette und qualitativ gute Restaurants, Einkaufsmall fußläufig erreichbar - gutes Preis/Leistungsverhältnis.
Verified traveler
12-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 2, 2019
Nice hotel but cold in winter.
Nice hotel but cold in winter. Arriving in a cold room in winter is not pleasant.
Apart from that the hotel is nice and the breakfast good.
Nicolas
Nicolas, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 4, 2018
Verified traveler
1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 20, 2018
Verified traveler
3-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 16, 2018
Well maintained premises. Very secure parking and in a safe neighborhood. Found it in a good walking distance from shops. Staff made it a very homely environment.
We really enjoyed our stay.
Noel
Noel, 5-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 4, 2018
Great
Everything is wonderful in riversong.
Tsung yu
Tsung yu, 6-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 9, 2018
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 12, 2018
Very good.
Heidi
Heidi, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2018
Recommended
Very comfortable, very friendly. Good breakfast. Sensibly priced.